Amy

Mrs Amy de Jong

Professional Counselor

“I compassionately support individuals and families overcome struggles in their lives that can hinder them. I believe all people are made to flourish and thrive in their lives, it is a privilege that I can be a part of that a flourishment for them.”

About Me

I compassionately support individuals and families navigating life's challenges. My aim is to help you uncover your innate capacity to flourish and thrive, even when struggles feel overwhelming. Together, we can explore what hinders your progress and cultivate practical steps towards well-being. Clients seeking a warm, collaborative space to move beyond obstacles will find a supportive partner. It is a privilege to witness your journey towards a more thriving life.

Approach

When we meet, my aim is to create a steady, practical space where you feel heard and able to take manageable steps forward. I offer sessions in Christchurch and online in English, meeting you at a pace that fits adolescents, adults and families. Therapy blends careful listening with structured tools — safety planning after trauma, grounding for anxiety, and focused tasks between sessions to build new patterns. People carrying past hurt, overwhelm or faith questions often find this practical, compassionate approach helps them regain a sense of agency.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Crisis Counseling

    Immediate, short-term psychological support during an acute mental health crisis such as a panic episode, suicidal thoughts, or overwhelming distress.

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Families

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Adoption

    The process of legally becoming a parent to a child who is not biologically yours, which can raise complex emotions around identity, attachment, and belonging for all involved.

  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Spiritual or Faith-Based Counseling

    Counselling that integrates spiritual or religious beliefs into the therapeutic process for people who want faith to be part of their healing.

  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Professional Counselor

    A counselor qualified to provide professional mental health counselling services.

Credentials

Registrations

New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC)

Counsellor

Qualifications

Laidlaw College

Service Areas

Christchurch

In-person & Online

New Brighton

Christchurch, Canterbury

New Zealand